Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School District

The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School District is home to a single high school, the Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School, which serves grades 9-12. This standout institution is ranked in the top 23% of Massachusetts high schools, with a 4-out-of-5-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating it is performing well above average.

The school's academic performance is exceptional, with students significantly outperforming the state average on MCAS exams in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science. In 2022-2023, 81.38% of students were proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to the state average of 58.24%. In Mathematics, 55.89% were proficient or better, compared to the state average of 49.69%. In Science, 66.83% were proficient or better, compared to the state average of 46.78%. This high-quality education is supported by a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.2 and per-student spending of $20,408, which is significantly higher than the state average.

The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School also boasts a diverse student population, with a racial makeup that includes 77.21% white, 2.13% African American, 14.64% Hispanic, and smaller percentages of Asian, Native American, Pacific Islander, and students of two or more races. This diversity can contribute to a rich learning environment and prepare students for the diverse world they will encounter after graduation. Overall, the school's exceptional academic performance, improving ranking, and significant investment in resources make it a standout institution in the district and the state.